Ignition switch

[alfadave]

My Sud ignition key won't turn in the switch.

The steering lock is also on.

I've removed the small screw, but the chrome pin won't push in to allow me to remove the switch.

I've tried holding the steering wheel away from the locked position, and jiggling the key at the same time.

I actually have a spare switch and keys here, and I can see that it needs a quarter turn to allow the pin to press in.

Any thoughts.....or do I have to drill it out!

[alfadave]

..........or simply cut a slot in the outer tube to allow the pin to slide out.

Security is by a disc lok in any case.

[junior]

Have you tried tipping some graphite into it as i have found this has released bits in locks better than oil in a few cases.

[alfadave]

Yes......tried graphite powder as it was getting worse. Then it packed in completely.
Last time the local locksmith actually fixed it. He said it was a worn barrel and the levers were dropping through.

I've got a spare here....if I can get this one out?

But I think fitting old worn out ones is a bad idea. Maybe a new switch on the dash?